01/12/2012

More banking jobcuts seen in Asia

At the end of last year Société Générale announced it was laying off almost 1,600 staff – 13 per cent of the French bank’s global headcount. Of that total, a mere 100 were leaving Soc Gen’s Asian corporate and

01/12/2012

Most senior foreign exec quits Japan's Nomura

Nomura, in common with investment banks around the world, has struggled with yo-yoing stock and bond prices, poor merger prospects and tightening regulation in the wake of the global financial crisis.

01/11/2012

UK wealth firm rolls out key appointment

Jim Roberts, 60, has more than 30 years' experience in the financial services industry and brings with him extensive expertise in the retail investment market.

01/10/2012

First Republic Bank taps industry veteran for top role

First Republic Private Wealth Management provides customized wealth management solutions, including trust, investment management and brokerage services, to high net worth individuals and families, foundations, and endowments. First Republic Private Wealth